Canon has announced the EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM, which has become the first macro lens for its EF-M mount.
The EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM from Canon is the world’s first autofocus lens which is capable of focusing at both infinity and at 1.2x magnification.
The optic has two user-controllable built-in LED macro lights and offers true 1:1 reproduction. The macro lens provides a full-frame equivalent of 45mm focal length with a maximum aperture of f/3.5. It uses an STM motor and offers a hybrid image stabilization for a claimed 3.5 stop compensation.
Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM lens officially announced
The EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM is the fifth lens for company’s EOS M system. With a close-focus point of 13mm, the lens may cast its own shadow on the subject, but counters this with a built-in Macro Lite, which can be controlled by a switch letting you change the lighting intensity and direction on one or both sides.
Additional Features
- Hybrid IS, the same feature as found on Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens, helps reduce camera shake for enjoyable handheld photography.
- Stepping motor (lead screw-type STM) helps provide smooth and quiet focusing operation when taking photos, and near-silence when shooting videos.
- One UD lens and two aspherical lenses help deliver outstanding image quality at all distance settings by reducing chromatic and spherical aberrations.
- Angle of view similar to a 45mm standard lens (35mm equivalent) provides flexible image capture of various subjects and scenes at macro distances and beyond.
- Tapered lens top shape makes it easy to capture high-quality images at close range without casting shadows.
Technical Specifications
| Focal Length | 28mm Comparable 35mm Focal Length: 44.8 mm |
| Aperture | Maximum: f/3.5 |
| Camera Mount Type | Canon EF-M |
| Format compatibility | APS-C |
| Angle of View | 51.55° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 3.66″ (9.3 cm) |
| Magnification | 1.2x |
| Elements/Groups | 11/10 |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 2.40 x 1.79″ (60.9 x 45.5 mm) |
| Weight | 4.59 oz (130 g) |
Price and Availability
The EF-M 28mm f/3.5 Macro IS STM lens will start shipping from June. The price of the macro optic will stand at $299.99 at B&H and Adorama stores.
